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Y604 PTU

2001 Kawasaki ER5

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

62,866 mi
Last recorded62,866 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ER520,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY604 PTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelER5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 62,866 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 62,799 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 59,874 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 May 2013 59,864 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 29 May 2012 53,341 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 29 May 2012 53,341 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 52,674 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 51,671 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 50,418 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 50,418 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 47,433 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 42,149 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 40,479 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 40,479 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER5?

Based on 65,763 MOT tests across 6,087 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
1,017
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
6,087
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,027
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 880
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 668
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 589
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 550
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Y604 PTU is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ER5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 20,105 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ER5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y604 PTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER5 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ER5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y604 PTU registered?

Y604 PTU is a 2001 Kawasaki ER5, first registered on 2 May 2001.

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